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EARLY MORNING OPENINGS & SENSORY FRIENDLY EVENINGS

EARLY MORNING OPENINGS

The Intrepid Museum offers Early Morning Openings and Sensory Friendly Evenings for individuals with autism eight times a year. By opening its doors early for children (ages 3-18) and their families or keeping the doors open at night for teens (14+) and adults, participants can experience the Museum in a sensory-friendly environment. In the morning, educators lead short, interactive tours designed for all learners, as well as drop-in art activities and structured social/play opportunities. In the evening, specific areas of the Museum are open for self-exploration.

Upcoming Programs:

Programs are free but registration is required. To register, please follow the Eventbrite registration link. Registration typically opens one month in advance. If you have any questions, please contact access@intrepidmuseum.org or
call 646-381-5158.

Early Morning Openings (ages 3-18)
Select Saturdays: 9:00am – 11:00am
Space Exploration
Saturday, July 15, 8:30am – 11:00am
The aircraft carrier Intrepid and space shuttle Enterprise each carried astronauts, but for very different reasons! Visit the Space Shuttle Pavilion, and learn about what it takes to travel to and from space.


Aircraft Onboard
Saturday, September 24, 8:30am – 11:00am
Welcome aboard! See aircraft from World War II to the Cold War, learn about their similarities and differences, and get up close to a helicopter, all before the Museum opens to the public.

 
Build it, Sail it, Fly it
Saturday, November 5, 8:30am – 11:00am
Figure out how airplanes and ships are assembled and maintained. Learn about the tools used by aircraft restoration specialists at the Museum, and practice building your own designs.

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Sensory Friendly Evenings (teens and adults, ages 14+)
Select evenings: 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Behind the Scenes: Aircraft Restoration
Tuesday, July 25, 5:00pm – 7:00pm

Ever wondered how the Intrepid Museum keeps its aircraft in tip-top ship shape? Visit Intrepid’s flight deck, home of the Aircraft Restoration team. Explore the many airplanes and helicopters in the Museum’s collection and go behind the scenes to take a closer look at some of these amazing aircraft without the crowds.

Registration will open in mid June.


Save the date for future Sensory Friendly Evenings! More details coming soon.

  1. Friday, October 6

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Call: 646-381-5020
Email: education@intrepidmuseum.org
 

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